Great opportunity for first-time homebuyers! This charming bungalow serves as a fantastic alternative to a condo. Nestled in the tranquil and picturesque unincorporated El Sobrante, this property offers a peaceful and rural-like atmosphere. With the county library nearby, you can reignite your passion for reading . Commuting is a breeze with easy access to I-80 and a short 10-minute drive to Orinda BART station. The interior features stunning wood plank and beam ceilings that add character and warmth. Built in the 1940s, this home combines timeless charm with modern comforts.
Single-familyProperty Type
1949Year Built
5,250 sq ftLot Size
$518Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Amy Davis•DRE #01310577• Realty ONE Group Future
Listed by Lisa Chilton•DRE #02155460• Realty ONE Group Future
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41059757
Jun 25, 2024
Sold
$640,000
$510/sq ft
May 29, 2024
Pending
—
May 17, 2024
Listed
$579,000
$461/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 4, 1992
Sold
$132,000
$105/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 1, 1978
Sold
$51,500
$41/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,597 (+141.8%)
$541,008 + $124,848
$665,856
2024
$3,969 (+2.5%)
$530,400 + $122,400
$652,800
2023
$3,874 (+1.8%)
$152,955 + $71,368
$224,323
2022
$3,805 (+1.0%)
$149,956 + $69,969
$219,925
2021
$3,769 (+4.3%)
$147,016 + $68,598
$215,614
2020
$3,614 (+1.3%)
$144,134 + $67,253
$211,387
2019
$3,569 (+4.4%)
$142,657 + $66,564
$209,221
2018
$3,418 (+3.1%)
$139,860 + $65,259
$205,119
2017
$3,316 (+2.2%)
$134,430 + $62,726
$197,156
2016
$3,245 (+1.1%)
$134,430 + $62,726
$197,156
2015
$3,209 (+0.8%)
$131,795 + $61,497
$193,292
2014
$3,182 (+1.9%)
$127,274 + $59,388
$186,662
2013
$3,123 (+13.4%)
$127,274 + $59,388
$186,662
2012
$2,754 (−2.5%)
$126,699 + $59,120
$185,819
2011
$2,823 (+4.4%)
$116,254 + $54,246
$170,500
2010
$2,705 (+0.9%)
$121,780 + $56,825
$178,605
2009
$2,680 (+9.5%)
$120,870 + $56,401
$177,271
2008
$2,448
$121,158 + $56,535
$177,693
Tax history for 4659 Elmwood Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,597 (+141.8%)
$541,008 + $124,848
$665,856
2024
$3,969 (+2.5%)
$530,400 + $122,400
$652,800
2023
$3,874 (+1.8%)
$152,955 + $71,368
$224,323
2022
$3,805 (+1.0%)
$149,956 + $69,969
$219,925
2021
$3,769 (+4.3%)
$147,016 + $68,598
$215,614
2020
$3,614 (+1.3%)
$144,134 + $67,253
$211,387
2019
$3,569 (+4.4%)
$142,657 + $66,564
$209,221
2018
$3,418 (+3.1%)
$139,860 + $65,259
$205,119
2017
$3,316 (+2.2%)
$134,430 + $62,726
$197,156
2016
$3,245 (+1.1%)
$134,430 + $62,726
$197,156
2015
$3,209 (+0.8%)
$131,795 + $61,497
$193,292
2014
$3,182 (+1.9%)
$127,274 + $59,388
$186,662
2013
$3,123 (+13.4%)
$127,274 + $59,388
$186,662
2012
$2,754 (−2.5%)
$126,699 + $59,120
$185,819
2011
$2,823 (+4.4%)
$116,254 + $54,246
$170,500
2010
$2,705 (+0.9%)
$121,780 + $56,825
$178,605
2009
$2,680 (+9.5%)
$120,870 + $56,401
$177,271
2008
$2,448
$121,158 + $56,535
$177,693
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,250 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1949
Sq. Ft.
1,255
Year built
1949
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
4350630127
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Jun 24, 2024 • Final
Building - residential plumbing
Install a new emergency gas shut off valve.
Gas
Aug 12, 2011 • Active
Building - residential re-roof
Tear off the existing tar and gravel roof and install a new single-ply TPO roofing system.
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Covered
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 1
# of Bathrooms Full: 1
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer
Laundry Features: Laundry Closet
Street Level Features: 3 Bedrooms
Fireplaces Total: 1
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Laminate
Room Information
Kitchen Features: Dishwasher
Rooms Total: 7
Fireplace Features: Family Room
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 1,255
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Backyard, Back Yard
Property Information
Living Area: 1255
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1949
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 5250
Lot Size Area: 0.12
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.12
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling: No Air Conditioning
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,255
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,250 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1949
Year Renovated: 1949
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 4350630127
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Sheldon Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.3mi
6/10
Betty Reid Soskin Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
2/10
De Anza Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.46% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 88° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
15 unhealthy days expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11.1 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$618,000 – $748,000
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Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2024. This data may not match public records. Learn more.